EAST CHATHAM, N.Y. – The New York branch of Plast Ukrainian Scouting Organization held its traditional field trip known as Merit Badge Weekend at Vovcha Tropa, the 300-acre Plast campsite in upstate New York.
This event, run by the older scouts group in New York, started 10 years ago with only 10 scouts (age 11-17) and five counselors. Over the years, this event has gained in popularity as more and more scouts are eager to learn and earn new merit badges, reunite with long-distance friends and enjoy nature’s beauty.